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Tech Certification and Training for Today's Fiber Jobs

Contractor trainees splicing an enclosure.

Splicing fiber to an enclosure in lab exercise.

Fiber Optic Classes For All Technician Levels

Entering the fiber optics field is straightforward. We prepare you for field work through practical and affordable training. Our training team specializes in teaching students with little to no background in fiber optic technology. You can attend our courses in our classroom, online, on weekdays, and on weekends. View our training options below.

Students, New Techs, Seasoned Professionals, and Supervisors! Take advantage of the lowest fees of the season! Sign up starting November 1, 2025, through January 31, 2026, and save $200 off most classes. and our holiday discount will automatically at registration.  Here's an additional bonus for you! If you make your payment by January 31, 2026, you may take up to October 31, 2026, to schedule AND take your class. All registrations are final for this promotion. Limited time offer—register now!

Training for All Skill Levels. We offer fiber cable technician training for a wide range of skill levels. You earn Fiber Optic Association (FOA) and the Electronic Technician Association®  International (ETA®certifications upon passing the exam for your course. For our non-certification courses, you earn a Certificate of Completion. 

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Class Schedule and Fees. Sign in to our desktop for our full class schedules, or click on the fiber class description link above. Also, we offer several ways to fit our training into your budget. For ideas, visit our Paying for Our Class page. Our goal is to help equip you for today's fiber jobs.

Sign up online for the training that best fits your needs. We're happy to answer your questions at (678) 515-0115.

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Certifications Issued by the FOA Since 1995

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105,692

 

Effective November 2025

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Certifications Issued by the ETA Since 1978

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200,000​

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​Effective January 2025

Certifications Issued by FiberNexxt Since 2009

 

3,377

 

Effective November 2025

Basic Fiber Optic Certifications

New trainees, experienced technicians, and managers can benefit from training and receive the Fiber Optic Association (FOA) certification on passing course exams. Certification may open possibilities, such as career advancement, or help you gain new business opportunities.

4-Day CFOT Standard Fee: $1495 Classroom ($995 Online). 

Early Registration. $1195 Classroom, a $300 savings with 4 weeks, advanced registration. Savings unavailable for the online option.

4-Day CFOT 1on1 By Appointment Fee: $1495 Classroom. No discounts for this online option.

4-Day CFOT One-Class-At-A-Time Fee: $495 Classroom ($425 Online)

This plan teaches fiber theory, basic hands-on skills, plus FOA's CFOT certification upon passing the course exam. Visit our 4-Day FOA CFOT page to learn more.

Standard Fee. $1895 Classroom ($1695 online). 

Early Registration. $1595 Classroom ($1395 online), a $300 savings with 4 weeks, Advanced Registration. 

5-Day FOI 1-on-1 Training By Request: $2095 Classroom ($1895 Online) Discounts unavailable for this online option.

5-Day FOI One-Class-At-A-Time Fee: $595 Classroom ($495 Online). Discounts are unavailable for this option.

Online classes are scheduled upon request. Please call for availability and scheduling.

This course teaches fiber theory, gives you hands-on skills used by new in-house or independent contractor technicians, plus grants the ETA's FOI certification upon passing the course exam. Classes are open for FOI registration now. Visit our 5-Day ETA FOI page to learn more.

Advanced Fiber Optic Certification

These advanced classes add to your expertise. We offer splicing, FTTH, or testing specialist training with FOA certification upon passing the course exam. To qualify for these courses, you need to pass our 4-day or 1-day FOA CFOT certification classes. Advanced courses are scheduled by request. Please call for availability and scheduling.

Standard Fee: $895 Classroom. Online option is not available for this class.

Increase your knowledge and become an FOA-certified fiber optic splicing specialist (CFOS/S). Advanced students learn expanded techniques, such as mid-entry and ribbon splicing methods

. Select your class below and add it to your registration form. Visit our CFOS Splicing Specialist class page for more information. 

Fee: $895 Classroom, $695 Online

Increase your expertise and earn the FOA's FTTH certification. In this class, trainees learn advanced techniques, useful in subdivision or premises communications installation, including working with splitters. Visit our CFOS FTTH Specialist page for more information.

Standard Fee: $895 Classroom, $695 Online.

Increase your expertise and earn the FOA's Certified Fiber Optic Specialist in Testing (CFOS/T) certification. In this class, students learn advanced techniques, such as loss budgets, using an OTDR testing tool, and troubleshooting strategies. Select your class below and add it to your registration form. Visit our CFOS Testing Specialist page for more information.

Sign up today for the training that best fits your needs. We're happy to answer your emails or call at (678) 515-0115.

Hands-On Job-Readiness Training for New Techs & Returning Grads

Our non-certification training teaches hands-on skills. These classes are a good option if you are interested in learning fiber optic skills or don't need certification immediately. This is a job readiness option that helps you quickly enter the fiber optics field. Also, we offer training for contractors who want to upgrade their skills. 

Standard Fee: $695 In Class; $495 Online

This class offers a path to job readiness and helps you develop fiber technician skills quickly. Learn basic splicing and testing skills in a 2-day session. Since this is a non-certification class, you receive a Certificate of Completion. Fees for this class can be credited toward our 4-day certification class. Select your class below and add it to your registration form. Visit our SkillBuilder Training page for more information.

Standard Fee: $495 Classroom. Online option unavailable for this course.

This class offers basic fiber splicing training in a 1-day session. Since this is a non-certification course, you receive a Certificate of Completion. Fees for this class can be credited toward our 4-Day Certification class. Visit our SkillBuilder Splicing page for more information.

Standard Fee: $495 Classroom. Online option unavailable for this course.

This class offers basic fiber testing training in a 1-day session. You can also get both skills in our 2-day SkillBuilder session. Since this is a non-certification class, you receive a Certificate of Completion. Fees for this class can be credited toward our 4-day certification class. Visit our SkillBuilder Testing page for more information.

Standard Fee: $495, Classroom. Online option unavailable for this course.

Are you a FiberNexxt graduate? Has it been a while since you used your skills, and you want a refresher? This class may be for you! We review the skills you learned in our basic FOA CFOT class and help you strengthen your abilities. You must be a FiberNexxt alum to qualify for this class. Since this is a non-certification class, you earn a Certificate of Completion. If you need to review your CFOT certification, talk with a team member or visit our FiberNexxt Grad Refresh page for more information.

Visitors! We are offering savings off our regular fees just in time for the holidays! Sign up starting November 1, 2025, through January 31, 2026, and save $200 off most classes. We will apply the Holiday Discount at registration. Additional bonus for you! After making your payment, you have until October 31, 2026, to schedule AND take your class. All registrations are final for this promotion. Limited time offer—register now!

Sign up today for the training that best fits your needs. We're happy to answer your emails or call at (678) 515-0115.

Hands-On Skills Training
Advanced Fiber Optic Certication Training
Basic Fiber Certification Training
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